Which of the Following Statements Concerning Correlational Research Is True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning correlational research is true?

• A) In correlational research, variables are measured but not manipulated.
• B) In correlational research, one variable is manipulated and one is measured.
• C) Correlational research can be conducted using observational, but not archival, measures.
• D) Correlational research can be conducted using archival, but not observational, measures.

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